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How to reach Paris

By plane

Roissy-Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is the city’s principal airport, located 25km northeast of Paris.Paris-Orly, the city’s secondary airport, is located 13km south of Paris. Combined, these airports offer direct and connecting flights to most international destinations.

By train

Several train stations serve different international destinations:

Gare du Nord: UK, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany

Gare de l’Est: Luxembourg, Germany

Gare de Lyon: Switzerland, Italy, Spain

These and other stations (Gare Montparnasse, Gare Saint Lazare, Gare d’Austerlitz, and Gare de Bercy) serve different locations all over France.

How to reach Campus Jussieu

By taxi

Metered taxis are available at taxi ranks outside train stations or by reservation (reservation supplement applicable). The standing pick-up charge is €2.60 and the minimum fare, including supplements, is €7.00. Be prepared to pay in cash; drivers who can accept credit or debit cards will have signs displayed on the windows. > For more information